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Author: Experimac of Scottsdale AZ

Let’s be honest with ourselves – we love our iPhone devices! They keep us connected to our close friends, family and the world at large. And we pay a lot of money to keep connected. What happens when these beloved devices get wet? Well, in most cases, panic sets in fast.

If you have ever witnessed a friend being thrown into a pool with their phone in their hands or if you have ever dropped your phone in a puddle on a rainy day, you know all about that panic. Water can make an iPhone device useless fairly quickly. Important components can become damaged and in most cases, water damage voids any warranty that you may have. Before panic sets in, there are a few steps that you can take to prevent lasting water damage to your iPhone device.

Think About the Liquid

You might find yourself enjoying a relaxing weekend at a friend’s pool or on a great tropical vacation one day. Keeping this in mind, the water found within lakes and rivers or even the ocean contains minerals and small grains of dirt and sand. Once your phone dries, these particles can cause more damage to your iPhone device components. Bringing it in to Experimac of Scottsdale and letting our local experts dry and clean your phone will ensure that all these foreign particles are not a problem in the long run.

Rice Is Not King

Although many have tried it, do not bother putting your iPhone device in a bag of rice. Dry, uncooked conventional rice will do nothing to help your phone dry out. If it turns back on after being put in the rice, it had nothing to do with the rice. You pretty much wasted the cups of rice your put your phone into as well as some very valuable time.

Act Quickly! Power Down, Dry It Off, Leave It Alone

As the panic sets in, it is critical to remove your iPhone device from the liquid right away and power it down immediately. Water and other liquids can short-circuit electronics so you don’t want it soaking in the water. Immediately turning off your iPhone device will minimize the chances of internal components being short circuited. If applicable, remove and dry the SIM card as well. Resist the urge to power your iPhone device back on! Instead, dry it off with a clean cloth focusing on the headphone jack and charge port.

Grab your iPhone device and head to Experimac of Scottsdale; we will immediately get the ball rolling with our unique process. The sooner you bring the phone in to our location, the greater the chance that we can save your phone. This is critical because the more time passes, the more likely it is that components inside your phone may begin to corrode as a result of their exposure to water. We will assess the extent of the iPhone device’s water damage and see if there is any way that we can save your phone. Our first step is to carefully dry any excess liquid and then we gently scrub and remove any corrosion found on and inside your iPhone device. We will then remove the logic board and soak the phone in 91% or higher isopropyl alcohol for at-least 15 minutes to clean and dry it out thoroughly. This is why bringing in your iPhone device right away can make a world of difference.

Find Comfort In The Fact That All Is Not Lost

If we are not able to save the device, we have a large inventory of pre-owned iPhone devices at reasonable prices that you can purchase to replace your damaged iPhone device. Remember that if you’ve been backing your phone up on the iCloud® service or on your Mac® computer at home, you should have nothing to worry about because all of your beloved contacts, photos, etc. should be there and can be moved into your new phone easily.

Get Familiar With Your Warranty

Take a moment now, while your phone is working well, to review the terms of your warranty so you’ll know what you’re entitled to if you’re ever in this situation. Water damage to your iPhone device voids your manufacturer’s warranty including any additional AppleCare® warranty coverage you may have purchased. Some third party insurance companies will cover submersion, spills, and accidental drops. If you are covered, consider filing a claim with your insurance company. Again, taking action quickly and bringing your phone in to Experimac Scottsdale right away can be the critical factor! So remember, when you or someone you know has the awful experience of watching their much loved iPhone go for a swim, Experimac’s local experts are here to save the day!

Tablet Screen Replacement Service

iPad tablets are pricey and we often depend on them for a lot of things – managing our schedules, keeping up with the news, editing photos to share with family, and more. A cracked iPad screen can turn a useful and much-needed tool into an expensive paper weight pretty fast.

iPad screens are made of glass and are often fragile, so even the simplest drop or bump can shatter the screen. Before you get upset and begin to panic, you have many options when it comes to repairing your broken iPad screen.

How Bad Is the Damage? Can You Live With It?
Not every crack will make your iPad device useless. Some cracks can be dealt with, depending on their location and size. But it should be noted that a small crack will spread over time so as soon as you can repair it, you should bring it to Experimac of Scottsdale for a quote.

Another important thing to look for is LCD damage. Take note of pixilation, distortion, contrasting colors, etc. If you are not sure, an Experimac technician, specially trained in Apple® products, will guide you through an examination of your tablet’s damage.

Back it Up
Before you come into Experimac to have your iPad device repaired, back up all the data to your computer or iCloud® service. This will ensure that your pictures, messages, and app purchases are accessible should you need them.

Should You Get a New iPad device?
Sometimes, the cost of a repair to you might be more than the value of your old iPad device. Fortunately, Experimac of Scottsdale sells pre-owned iPad products at a reasonable price. Experimac will even purchase damaged iPads devices from our customers. The money you gain from your old iPad can be used to purchase a pre-owned one right here at Experimac of Scottsdale.

Bring your iPad product into Experimac of Scottsdale today! Our trained technicians will assess the damage and provide an honest quote for repair.

Pre-Owned Apple Products That You Can Trust

There’s nothing quite like the feeling you get right after you purchase a brand new phone. Possibilities seem endless as you hold in your hands a mobile device, which 92% of American adults possess and cherish. But what if you received this phone as a gift, and instead of being brand new, it was really a pre-owned product? How can you be sure that your new, beloved phone is as good as new? Does “mint condition” mean the same quality as fresh out of the box?

Here at Experimac of Scottsdale, a growing retailer of pre-owned Apple products, we promise our customers the answers and attention they deserve in order to make the most educated buying decisions to satisfy their electronic needs. Tight budgets can afford our pricing, trust our warranty and benefit from the savings.

Reconditioning Process of Pre-Owned Apple Products
We’ve all heard that knowledge is power, and the same goes for understanding reconditioned products and their value. Not everyone has extra cash to invest in a new computer, but the option is available to look into buying a reconditioned device at a lower price. Fear of the unknown is dissolved when we take the time to learn about our investments. Experimac of Scottsdale makes it simple for any buyer to be a smart buyer.

All pre-owned apple products undergo a rigorous reconditioning process before they are marked for sale at Experimac of Scottsdale. Each and every product you find in our stores, whether it be a Mac® computer, iPhone® device, iPod® device, Apple TV® device, accessories or iPad® tablet, works just like new and meets our high standards. If you are one of 73% of the population who own a desktop or laptop, would you be interested in browsing our large, ever-expanding stock of pre-owned Apple® products, knowing each one is carefully cleaned, thoroughly inspected, and handled with the utmost care before you see it on our shelves?

Actions Gain Trust
Spend less and reduce the stress of your decision by reading the warranty. It never hurts to cover the “what if” scenarios before making a purchase. At Experimac, we pave the path to a risk-free purchase with our 90-day guarantee. If something breaks, we promise to repair or replace the defective part at zero cost to you! Experimac Scottsdale is hands down the place to go to save money on pre-owned Apple products.

Computer and Laptop Repair Services

How is your Mac computer holding up? Only 10% of Apple® laptops break down within 3 years of purchase, according to the latest Consumer Reports survey. If you have chosen an Apple brand product, you have made a wise choice. Still, even with the outstanding rank of highest reliability, Apple computers and laptops benefit from upgrades and repairs over time. Experimac of Scottsdale wants to help you keep your Apple products in tip top condition.

What’s wrong with my Mac computer?
Diagnosing what’s wrong with your Mac computer can be stressful. The more you use your computer or laptop, the more likely it is to acquire problems. At Experimac of Scottsdale, we have an expert team of technicians who can help you solve them.

Is your Mac computer not functioning properly?
Some of the most common issues experienced by Apple users include:

Water damage

Failed hard drives

Screen damage

Logic board failure

Slow program launch speeds

Low storage for photos and videos

Battery failure

On average, Apple laptops are used more than other brands; an average 23 hours per week versus the average 20 per week for all other brand laptops. If you are a frequent laptop user, take caution and bring your computer to one of our locations. Whether you want to repair a damaged product or look into upgrading your Mac computer with the newest hardware – we stock the highest quality Apple parts in house.

Computer upgrades and repairs
Specializing in computer and laptop repair services, Experimac of Scottsdale is fast, affordable and committed to helping you maintain your Mac products. We offer upgrades, including new batteries, faster RAM, increased space on your hard drive for photo and video storage and more. Since older and more frequently used computers and laptops have a higher failure rate, it is important to manage and monitor the upkeep of your device. It is true, Apple computers and laptops are proven to be less likely to break down than other brands, but when they do break down, the cost is higher to fix unless you know where to go. Here at Experimac of Scottsdale, we are committed to providing exceptional customer service and a 90-day warranty on all repairs.

Ask any long-term user of Mac products what they love most about their computer and more than likely they will say – reliability. Mac products are not sold in the volume of other computers; they’re more expensive and are sometimes intimidating to PC users. Additionally, gaining access to test out the usability of Mac products can be very limited in some areas specifically here in Scottsdale. Buyers who are on a tight budget often find even the most affordable Mac computers unobtainable which can lead them to consider purchasing a pre-owned model. Of course purchasing anything pre-owned comes with risks.

Here are some tips for purchasing a pre-owned Mac product:

What is a pre-owned Mac product?
Pre-owned Mac products can include gently used Mac computers, Macbook® laptops, and iPad® tablets that were traded in for an upgrade or bought out-right for rebuild. Pre-owned Mac products are inspected, repaired, and tested prior to being sold at a lower cost. At Experimac in Scottsdale, we are proud to offer our customers a 90-day repair or replace guarantee on every product you purchase.

Why purchase pre-owned Mac product?
Mac products are known for their sleek design, reliability, and cutting edge technology – not to mention their easy usability. Unfortunately, brand new Mac computers can cost a hefty penny. Pre-owned machines also offer the high reliability and ease of use like brand new Mac computers but at a much lower price point. Buyers can feel confident that their investment is in a high quality machine that functions just as it would if it came from the Apple store.

How much savings can you expect?
Pricing for each pre-owned product is unique and based on the age and computing capability of that product. While there are no exact savings that we can guarantee for each of our pre-owned Mac products, our pre-owned prices tend to run 40% to 60% of a comparable new product.

What about warranties?Experimac of Scottsdale is proud to offer a 90-day repair or replace on every pre-owned Mac product that we sell. We also offer our customers a full 7 days to familiarize themselves with their new product ensuring that they can feel confident that they have purchased a product that meets or exceeds their expectations.
Owning a high quality machine doesn’t have to break the bank. Experimac Scottsdale has a large inventory of pre-owned Mac products such as iMac® computers, MacBook Pro® laptops, and more that can fit your needs and budget. If you or your family is in need of a computer, consider stopping by your local Experimac store to try out a pre-owned Mac product. Our trained staff can answer any questions you might have about taking the plunge.